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The Studio Apartment Your Home Wants to Copy

Apr 1 2014 - 4:18pm

We're no strangers to small-space living [1], so when we see a studio apartment styled right, we take note! First featured in House Beautiful [2], the Manhattan home of Ali Fuge proves that good things really do come in small packages. As an interior designer, her colorful take on classic pieces and easy additions like gold accessories are worth mimicking. After a quick look, you too will fall in love with studio life and Ali's keen sense of style.

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [3]

This side table is great example of how a simple flower arrangement can bring life into your space!

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [4]

For her bed, monogram pillows are given an update with bright blue. A custom bolster pillow completes the look.

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [5]

Instead of styling two nightstands in a studio apartment, consider a large side table instead. It will offer more room for storage and accessories.

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [6]

For small bathrooms, mirrors are a great way to make the space look bigger.

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [7]

An antique lighter completes this perfectly styled coffee table [8].

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [9]

If you have neutral furniture, punch it up with bright pillows — they can easily be swapped out each season!

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [10]

A perfectly styled bar cart (or tray) [11] is an essential for any city space!

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [12]

Ali's apartment proves the importance of a good studio layout [13]. Because of the furniture placement, she has plenty of space for guests.

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [14]

If you're one who likes to switch it up, consider an upholstered headboard in a simple shape. You can easily reupholster it often with a staple gun [15].

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [16]

You can't go wrong with a simple lamp and a touch of gold!

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [17]

If your space has white walls (like most rentals), incorporate color with furniture. Using pieces you already have, you can refresh them with these painted furniture ideas [18].

Photo by Sarah Bray via House Beautiful [19]

In studio apartments, often less is more — especially when it comes to a gallery wall. To see the complete apartment and learn more about Ali, head over to House Beautiful.com [20]!